2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Ram and 2002 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Ram | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |